Virat Kohli’s 15‑year‑old nephew, Aryaveer Kohli, is poised to carve out his legacy in the Delhi Premier League—this time as a leg‑spinner rather than a batter. Selected by South Delhi Superstarz for ₹1 lakh at the DPL 2025 auction, Aryaveer is already making waves under coach Sarandeep Singh, who assures there’s “no baggage of the surname” weighing him down.
A trained leg-spinner at West Delhi Cricket Academy, Aryaveer Kohli has been locked in intense net sessions and shows maturity beyond his years. Singh calls him a “rising star”, admiring his work ethic and desire to build his own identity. As a spinner in a high-profile T20 tournament, he’ll share the dressing room with seasoned talents like IPL standout Digvesh Rathi, earning ₹38 lakh this season.
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Unlike his uncle Virat, Aryaveer is focusing solely on bowling—a sign of intent to shine through his craft. His inclusion underscores the DPL’s role as a launchpad for young crack prospects; last year’s MVP, Priyansh Arya, now stars with Punjab Kings.
VIDEO | Virat Kohli’s nephew, Aryaveer Kohli, trained with “no baggage” of his famed last name in the training session of the South Delhi Superstarz ahead of the second edition of the Delhi Premier League.
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His selection also follows Aryaveer’s shortlisting alongside other next-gen scions, including Virender Sehwag’s sons, in the DPL’s initial draft —a testament to the league’s increasing spotlight on youthful pedigree.
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For Aryaveer Kohli, this is the opening act of a personal journey; he’s determined to step out of the Kohli shadow and be judged on merit. With elite coaching, a competitive environment, and encouraging support, this leg-spinner is ready to begin writing his own chapter in Indian cricket.
